Temporary Trainee Biostatistician

Role Title: Trainee Biostatistician (multiple roles) 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (3-year contract up to 9 February 2030) 

Position Classification: Crown Clerk Grade 7/8 

Remuneration: $116,981 - $129,492 per annum, plus superannuation and annual leave loading 

Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW 

Hours Per Week: 35 hours

Requisition ID: REQ695599 

Closing Date: 8 November 2026 

Join the Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence at the Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary full time (3-year contract) opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. 

About us 

• We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.  

• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.  

To learn more about the Ministry and the benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook. 

About the role/What you’ll be doing  

Kick-start your career in biostatistics by joining the highly regarded NSW Biostatistics Training Program! This unique, three-year, workplace-based program provides hands-on experience in biostatistics and the opportunity to make a real impact in public health. As a Trainee Biostatistician, you will complete supervised work placements within the NSW health system, gaining specialist skills, and learning from experts in the field. You will also complete a fully funded Master of Biostatistics degree part-time through the University of Sydney. Current Master of Biostatistics students are encouraged to apply. 

Traineeships commence on 9 February 2027. More information on the NSW Biostatistics Training Program is available on the program website. 

For more information, please read the full Role Description. 

About you 

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals to support the work of NSW Health. Applicants must demonstrate:  

• Eligibility for admission to the Master of Biostatistics at the University of Sydney. This requires a bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, science, psychology, medicine, economics or health sciences, or other appropriate qualification, with a minimum credit average mark of 65% or equivalent. 

• An aptitude for advanced mathematical work, demonstrated through previous study or work experience. Due to the competitive nature of these traineeships, relevant work experience in a data-related field is highly desirable.  

• High-level knowledge of statistical concepts and methods. 

• Extensive experience using statistical software packages. 

• The right to work in Australia for the duration of the traineeship. You must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident; a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport; or a citizen of another country with a valid visa that allows you to work in Australia until at least 9 February 2030.

• Applicants who hold bridging visas will not be considered for these roles.  

How to apply 

Please review the role description before submitting your application.  Your application must include the following attachments in PDF format: 

• A response to the three targeted questions, no more than 2 pages in total. 

• An up-to-date resume/CV (no more than 5 pages). 

• A full academic transcript for your qualification(s), including units undertaken and grades obtained. 

• Evidence of your right to work in Australia until at least 9 February 2030 (e.g. Australian passport, birth certificate, or citizenship certificate or New Zealand passport , or valid work visa). You must provide this even if you were born in Australia and/or you are a current NSW Health employee.  

• A cover letter if you choose to include one. 

Applications that do not include all required attachments will not be considered. 

Candidates may use AI tools to support the preparation of their application. However, the information provided should be authentic, accurate and genuinely represent your skills, experience, and capabilities, as these will be assessed when determining your suitability for the role. 

Targeted questions 

1. Tell us why you have applied for this role and how your previous experience makes you a good fit. How does the role fit your longer-term career goals? 

2. Using plain, non-technical language, describe a real-world data analysis question you have answered, ideally using a large dataset or complex methods. Briefly explain the context and your role, how you approached the question, why you chose the statistical techniques, the key findings and how they were used. 

3. Tell us about a time when you adapted to a significant change at work that you initially perceived negatively? What steps did you take to adjust your mindset and approach?